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Women in Urbanism Aotearoa are proud to work with Olympic BMX medallist Sarah Walker, Auckland Transport Walking and Cycling, and the Auckland Women's Centre to bring you "Pump tracks are for girls too!"

The event is on Saturday the 14th of April at the Grey Lynn Park pump track, from 10am-midday. It's aimed at girls around the 7-11 age range, and there'll be activities for younger kids too.

It’s a chance for girls to have a go in an awesome bike space and hang out with Sarah Walker. They’ll hear about her pathway into BMX, be taught some tricks and go for a few rides around the pump track with her.

Auckland Transport instructors will be there to teach the basics of bikes, and give tips on cycling in Auckland. We’ll also have a woman bike mechanic on hand to give your bikes a check-up. Some bikes will be available for girls to have a go on, so don’t worry if you don’t have one! Younger kids and toddlers can try out balance bikes – a great way to learn how to ride.

We set up this event in response to some community concerns that this great kids’ bike facility was not always very welcoming to girls. We want to raise awareness about the gender imbalance of public spaces, the need to make our parks and playgrounds more inclusive for all kids, and why getting more women and girls cycling in Auckland is so important.

We’d love your suggestions on how this could happen, so we’ll have feedback forms on the day for your ideas.